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Monthly Archives: November 2007
Jetstar’s international share increases
The Australian reports that a year after beginning its long-haul international operations, these now account for over 5% of international travel to and from Australia. A primary reason for Jetstar’s international launch was to stop the slide in the Qantas … Continue reading
Batavia Air flight loses part of wing
Reuters reports that a piece of wing dropped off a Batavia Air flight carrying 144 people minutes after take-off, forcing the aircraft to return to the Jakarta on Wednesday. The Boeing 737-400 landed safely and none of 138 passengers and … Continue reading
Tiger ready for take-off
The Sydney Morning Herald reports that Tiger Airways is expected to be given the all-clear to start domestic flights this Friday, with the airline set to receive its Air Operators Certificate Friday morning. Under the gaze of CASA inspectors, the … Continue reading
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Jetstar to sell airfares for five-cents
The Age reports that Jetstar is planning the cheapest ever airfare sale in Australian history in an attempt to draw public attention away from Tiger’s upcoming domestic launch. Jetstar plans to sell 5,000 five cent fares (including taxes) on its … Continue reading
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Indonesian airlines go local
The Jakarta Post reports that the Indonesian govt is considering the use of locally-made airplane parts, Transportation Minister Jusman Syafii Djamal said Monday. “Indonesia is capable of designing an aircraft and its parts,” Jusman said. Jusman said most national carriers … Continue reading
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Vietnam Airlines expands, creates leasing Co
Canadian Press reports that Vietnam plans to buy 12 Boeing 787s. Vietnam Airlines will purchase four of the planes and a new joint stock company called Vietnam Aircraft Leasing Co. will purchase eight, company officials announced at a press conference … Continue reading
Indonesian airlines sign safety agreement
DpA reports that dozens of Indonesian airlines Friday signed an agreement with the Indonesian govt to bring aviation safety in line with international standards, ahead of a review of a EU ban on the country’s carriers. The agreement was signed … Continue reading
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One-Two-Go offers ‘shuttle’ service
The Bangkok Post reports that One-Two-Go Airlines is coming up with a new flight concept in the hope of gaining an edge over rival budget carriers by offering flexible boarding and better punctuality. “The concept is like taking a shuttle … Continue reading
Tiger’s Australian launch delayed
The Sydney Morning Herald reports that Tiger Airways’ hopes of gaining regulatory approval have hit a snag. Thursday, the airline was forced to postpone a “proving” flight – the final test required before beginning commercial services next Friday. It is … Continue reading
Jetstar launches 100-plane expansion
The Australian reports that Jetstar will boost its fleet to 100 aircraft as it intensifies its push into SE Asia. The airline will set up short-haul international bases in Perth and Darwin to serve the Asian markets, using them as … Continue reading